Spectacular Sri Lanka 7 Days

Day 1 Negombo Arrival

Meet our representative upon arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a welcome cocktail during a boat ride in the Negombo Lagoon in the evening and learn more about the details of the trip from your tour guide.

The lagoon is a vast expanse of water dotted with a number of islands. Aquatic life is plentiful in the lagoon so are mangroves and other marsh plants. You might even get the chance to see a variety of birds including herons, cormorants, and strokes.

Depending upon your arrival time, you will go out on a city tour of Negambo either today or tomorrow.

Day 2 Negombo to Habarana

Check out of your hotel after breakfast and transfer to Habarana. In case the Negombo city tour was not organized yesterday, it will be carried out today.

The optional activity on today’s itinerary is an evening jeep safari trip in either Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park. These national parks, both of which are located in Habarana, are the best places in the country to see huge herds of wild elephants.

Day 3 Sigiriya

Head for the famous rock fortress of Sigiriya. This ancient rock fortress and palace ruin in central Dambulla is surrounded by the remains of an extensive network of gardens, reservoirs, and other structures.

A popular tourist destination, Sigiriya is also famous for its ancient wall paintings (frescos). Take a catamaran ride in a lake, which is home to a variety of birds. Across the lake is a village where you will visit a local’s home to learn more about their life.

Try your hands at preparing some delicious Sri Lankan dishes and enjoy them afterwards.

Day 4 Kandy

Check out of your hotel and drive to Kandy after breakfast. En route is the Dambulla Cave Temple, which comprises 5 caves and a picturesque facade carved into the side of a steep rock face. This cave temple houses ancient paintings depicting the life of the Buddha and his life.

Your next destination on today’s itinerary is an Ayurvedic village, where you will get the chance to learn more about the herbs and spices produced in the country.

Reach Kandy, a city nestled amidst verdant hills from where flows the Mahaweli River. The beautiful Kandy Lake acts as a centrepiece of this city.

See some of the major sights of the city before joining your tour guide for a visit to batik and a wood-carving centre. Learn more about the local arts and crafts scene. Be it pottery, intricately carved spoons, lacquer and silverware, or finely cut gems, you are likely to find them in Kandy.

Day 5  Nuwara Eliya

Visit the Temple of the Tooth The Sri Dalada Maligawa, or the Temple of the Tooth, is one of the most sacred Buddhist temples in the world. It houses a tooth relic of Buddha and is a major pilgrimage site for Buddhists. The temple’s architecture and serene surroundings make it a must-visit.
Travel to Nuwara Eliya, a city in the tea country located in the central hills of Sri Lanka, after breakfast. Visit a tea plantation and get the chance to learn more about the famous Ceylon Tea.

Dress in traditional Sri Lankan attire next, sarees for women and sarongs for men, and head for the plantation with experienced tea pluckers who will teach you the art of picking tea leaves.

Return to the tea factory, where the chief tea taster will take a look at your efforts and explain the process of preparing the final product from the green leaves. Enjoy a city tour of Nuwara Eliya Overnight stay at Nuwara Eliya.

Day 6 Explore Nuwara Eliya

Visit Gregory Lake
This artificial lake is a popular spot for boating, picnicking, and enjoying the scenic views. You can rent paddle boats or take a leisurely stroll along the lakeside.

Explore the City
Take a leisurely walk around the town, which has retained much of its colonial-era charm. You can admire colonial architecture, visit the old post office, and explore local markets.

Trek to Lovers Leap Waterfall
This beautiful waterfall can be reached via a short hike. It’s a great spot for photography and enjoying nature. Over Night stay at Negombo Or Colombo

Day 7 Colombo Departure
Time to head home. Travel to Bandaranayake International Airport for your onward journey.